David Sheppard

Financial Times journalist with a background in energy reporting, offering expertise on economic, energy and industrial policy matters discussed in the episode.

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Sep 19, 2025 • 41min

Trumpery, pageantry and the ‘special relationship’

Joining the discussion are Robert Shrimsley, an FT political commentator; David Sheppard, an energy policy expert; and Jim Pickard, a senior political correspondent. They dissect the spectacle of Trump’s state visit, questioning whether it represents true diplomacy or mere pageantry. The talk dives into the significance of the £150bn tech and energy deals, and Trump's provocative stances on migration, Ukraine, and the UK’s foreign policy. They also touch on the upcoming Liberal Democrat conference and its implications for the political landscape.

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